Senior Bookkeeper

Experienced Senior Bookkeeper / Accountant with high attention to detail and analytical mindset required to join our client in the property and investment services sector. This is a permanent position working with flexible working hours, 8am to 2pm. The successful candidate will bring over a decade of accounting experience—ideally from a practice background—and possess a deep understanding of SARS compliance and modern cloud-based accounting ecosystems. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Accounting Manage the complete bookkeeping process through to Trial Balance, primarily utilizing Sage or Xero. Accurately prepare and submit monthly Management Accounts. Oversee month-end reconciliations, payroll journals, and VAT return processing. Maintain precise accounting and tax records in accordance with industry best practices. Payroll & Tax Compliance Reconcile and submit all EMP201 and EMP501 returns. Manage UIF, PAYE, and SDL submissions, ensuring accurate IRP5 generation and year-end compliance. Act as the primary point of contact for SARS, independently resolving queries, audits, and disputes related to VAT and payroll. Requirements A minimum of 10+ years in a dedicated Senior Bookkeeping / Accounting role. Related tertiary qualification and advantage Advanced proficiency in SARS eFiling, VAT, and PAYE submissions (Income Tax experience is a plus). Strong command of Excel and cloud-based platforms like Sage. Proven ability to manage complex SARS audits and compliance matters independently with minimal supervision. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proactive, tech-savvy, and solutions-oriented mindset. Benefits Flexible working hours, 8am to 2pm.